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Top 4 Treatments for Cold Sores

Cold sores are very unappealing. They can appear anywhere on the body, such as on or inside the nose. However, for the most part, they usually show up on or around the lips.

Usually, cold sores go away on their own. However, to shorten the length of the outbreak, various treatments can be used. Here are 4 ways to treat cold sores:

Sunscreen The sun can exacerbate your cold sore. However, sunscreen can help prevent those sun-induced recurrences. Purchase a sunscreen designed for the lips. Be sure it has an SPF of 15 or SPF 30. Another option is to choose a lipstick that contains sunscreen.

Relieve Stress Cold sores can be triggered by stress. Choose something that will bring peace to your body and mind. Consider going to a spa, taking yoga classes, or try deep, breathing relaxation techniques. Get plenty of rest and exercise daily.

Milk To relieve pain, soak a cotton ball in milk and apply it to the sore. If you start feeling any tingling, immediately apply cold milk. This helps speed the healing right away.

Vanilla Extract Its alcohol base makes it hard for the virus to thrive. It destroys the virus or lessens the severity of the outbreak. It is best to purchase organic vanilla. If you feel tingling, apply to prevent outbreak. Just soak a cotton ball in vanilla. Apply it to the sore or where the sore will appear. Apply it up to four times a day, until no longer needed.